Miniaturisation of products and components

Question 1

microelectronics

Answer 1

• the most important technological development in recent years.
• products have reduced in size and become multi-functional.

Question 2

3 key developments in miniaturisation

Answer 2

• advanced integrated circuits
• advanced battery technology
• advanced liquid crystal displays

Question 3

advanced integrated circuits

Answer 3

• microprocessors that allow more circuitry to be included on each microchip.
• increases functionality
• increases power

Question 4

advanced battery technology

Answer 4

• lithium-ion rechargeable batteries
• light weight
• storage of energy resulting in smaller and thinner fuel

Question 5

advanced liquid crystal displays

Answer 5

• enables colour screens to be thinner
• enables brighter screens
• smaller current
• greater energy efficiency
• slimmer housing